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Megan Wollitz recently moved from Fairbanks, Alaska, to Yelm to open Aurora Aesthetics & Wellness, a sister business to Borealis Medspa in Alaska.
Nurse practitioner moves to Yelm to open aesthetics and wellness business
Tucked away inside a small office in the Hairworx Salon is Yelm’s newest medical spa, Aurora Aesthetics and Wellness. Led by nurse practitioner Megan Wollitz, the business opened last week … more
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The Yelm High School marching band helps kick off the beginning of the Christmas in the Park parade.
What's Happening: Gingerbread House Contest, Christmas Parade, Christmas Concert
Thursday, Dec. 5 J&I Holiday Social J&I Power Equipment will host its “J&I Holiday Social” event from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 5, at its location in Yelm, … more
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A look back: Take a trip through our area’s rich history
Enjoy these snapshots of articles written in past issues of the Nisqually Valley News from 45, 35, 25 and 15 years ago, respectively.  A Look Back at This Week, 45 Years Ago … more
Sixteen portraits, one for each Yelm mayor, hangs in the Yelm City Hall council chambers. City staff placed the portraits in the building as part of its centennial celebration.
16 mayors have helped bring growth to Yelm over past century
Editor’s Note: This year, Yelm will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the city’s official incorporation, which took place on Dec. 8, 1924. Each month, the Nisqually Valley News is … more
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Yelm district surveys middle schoolers on use of cell phones in school
Yelm Community Schools (YCS) is looking to revise its policies regarding student use of cell phones after a recent survey of secondary students found that restrictions are not being enforced, leading … more
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These 13 Yelm pioneers pose in front of the Yelm Hotel. This is one of many historical photos presented at the Yelm Historical Museum pop-up at the Yelm Community Center.
Community center to house pop-up Yelm Historical Museum
To spice up the upcoming Christmas in the Park and centennial celebration weekend events, the Yelm Historical Museum has returned with a pop-up exhibit to allow residents to dive into the … more
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Jared Potter, owner of Part One Media, interviews subjects for the Yelm Centennial Documentary.
Upcoming centennial documentary a ‘love letter to Yelm’
When Jared Potter was a teenager living in Yelm, his first job was at Yelm Cinemas nearly 20 years ago. During his stint working at the theater, he fell in love with the world of cinema and with … more
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Jonny "Jonny Boy" Jennerjahn smiles in a photo.
Over 200 community members attend Jonny Boy Strong silent auction fundraiser
By Jacob Dimond jake@yelmonline.com Nearly 250 community members, friends and family of the Jennerjahn family attended a silent auction fundraiser on Saturday, Nov. 23, at the Yelm Senior … more
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Yelm school district schedules nine levy forums
As Yelm Community Schools attempts to pass its educational programs and operations (EP&O) levy in February after two consecutive failures, the school district is giving voters the opportunity to … more
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TwinStar Credit Union donated over $38,000 to Yelm Community Schools last week to pay off student lunch debt.
TwinStar donates $38K to Yelm district to pay off student lunch debt
TwinStar Credit Union stepped up to support Yelm Community Schools and its students’ lunch debt by donating $38,116 to the district. Laurie Kresl, TwinStar’s vice president of … more
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Thurston County residents were left without power as constant wind and rains pummeled the region last week.
East Thurston County witnessed effects of ‘bomb cyclone’ storm last week
According to PowerOutage.us, over 600,000 homes and businesses statewide were without power last Tuesday night on Nov. 19 and into Wednesday afternoon on Nov. 20 as a “bomb cyclone” wind … more
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What's Happening: Turkey Trot, Gingerbread House Contest, Christmas in the Park
Thursday, Nov. 28 Anytime Fitness Turkey Trot Yelm’s Anytime Fitness, partnered with Yelm’s Parks and Recreation department, will host the gym’s annual Turkey Trot 5K … more
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A look back: Take a trip through our area’s rich history
Enjoy these snapshots of articles written in past issues of the Nisqually Valley News from 45, 35, 25 and 15 years ago, respectively.  A Look Back at This Week, 45 Years Ago … more
Roy residents called for the city to address its water quality issues.
Roy acting city clerk-treasurer accuses former public works director of intentional misconduct
Acting Roy City-Clerk Treasurer Beth King accused former Public Works Director William Starks Jr. of intentionally falsifying town water tests to “show the worst possible look of the water to … more
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Sargent Engineers added four I-beams to one of the six Yelm bridges owned by Centralia this summer, and funding options for upgrades to the other five structures will be discussed in early 2025.
Centralia City Council to consider construction for five Yelm bridges needing repairs
The process to improve five Yelm bridges owned by the City of Centralia across the Centralia Canal is moving forward and backward at the same time. After the Centralia City Council approved … more
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The Roy City Council begins an Oct. 21 business meeting with, from left, Edmund Dunn, Mayor Kimber Ivy, Yvonne Starks, Ryan Muller and William Starks present. The City Council must soon decide how it will balance its budget for 2025.
Roy city officials discusses revenue options as town nears budget adoption
The Roy City Council is divided on ways to bring revenue into the city as its general fund faces a deficit of over $137,000 entering 2025, but one sentiment is similar: there aren’t many ideas … more
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The Yelm Public Works Department is gearing up for potential winter weather storms by preparing anti-ice vehicles and materials for roads.
Yelm Public Services Department preparing for potential winter weather events
In preparation for potential inclement winter weather conditions, the City of Yelm’s Public Works Department is gearing up by adding an additional anti-ice truck and an updated map listing … more
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Harry Miller greets attendees at the Yelm Senior Center's Winter Social & Auction on Dec. 16, 2023. The Yelm Senior Center could receive $24,000 from the City of Yelm in 2025 to help fund the organization.
Yelm Senior Center, Bounties for Families to receive increase in city funding
The Yelm Senior Center and organization Bounty for Families will receive more city-based funding in 2025 if the City Council approves the budget as presented. Yelm Mayor Joe DePinto told Yelm … more
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Yelm Mayor Joe DePinto appointed three new committee advisors during a Yelm City Council meeting on Nov. 12. His appointments individually received 5-1 votes, with Joshua Crossman being the lone "no" vote for each of the committee members.
Mayor appoints members to parks advisory committee, two to tree advisory board
Two different advisory boards and committees in Yelm will welcome additional members, as Mayor Joe DePinto appointed three new members to the parks and tree advisory committees during Nov. 12’s … more
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Summer Miller was formally appointed as the budget and fiscal manager in the commissioners office.
Thurston County announces new leadership appointments
Thurston County announced the appointment of three key leadership positions within the organization. Summer Miller was formally appointed as the budget and fiscal manager in the commissioners office; … more
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